Cindy, thank you for considering the Bahamas for your wedding. If you were to get married in the Bahamas, it would be legal in Canada on the date you are married. However, on your return home you would need to file your Bahamas issue marriage certificate so that it will be noted in your country's record. Here is an article that details this for you - Making your wedding in the Bahamas Legal And should you have other questions let me know...